Restaurant

Johno's Diner

29 Woods St, Donald VIC 3480, Australia

Recommended by 15 people

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29 Woods St, Donald VIC 3480, Australia

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HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Johno's Diner

A reliable outpost in Donald when regional dinner options dry up—serving hot takeaway and milk-bar comforts until 9pm. Travellers rolling through town lean on it for warm comfort food made to order, from fresh burgers and fish and chips to pizzas and toasties. Part classic diner, part corner milk bar, the counter pairs hot meals with cold drinks, ice cream, and sweets. Pull up for a quick bite or grab hot sausage rolls and a pizza deal straight from the counter.

  • Late Regional Trading: Keeps the kitchen running until 9pm across five days, offering hot takeaway well after regional retail closes.
  • Diner & Milk Bar Hybrid: Combines made-to-order burgers, fish and chips, and pizzas with corner-store drinks, ice creams, and sweets.

What's On at Johno's Diner

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Why Choose Johno's Diner

Why Donald travellers and locals rely on Johno's Diner for quick meals and late-night staples

  • Reliable Relief When Local Options Are Scarce

    Provides hot, ready food in Donald when other eateries and takeaway options in the area are unavailable.

    This place is a lifesaver!

    Rizwan A.
  • Satisfying Meal Deals at Fair Value

    Serves combo specials and tasty takeaway staples that offer dependable value for travellers and residents.

    Got the pizza deal of 2 pizzas and a drink, good value and pizzas tasty enough.

    Andrew Pym
  • Late-Night Availability Until 9 PM

    Remains open for hot dinners up to 9pm, well past the standard trading hours of regional cafes.

    Great country cafe that doesn't shut until 9pm !!

    Daniel Robertson
  • Dependable Evening Trading Schedule

    Offers late-evening operating hours across five days a week, making dinnertime simple for newcomers and locals.

    nice to see someone open till reasonably late 5 days a week.

    Count Vic Chere
  • Convenient Hybrid Diner and Milk Bar

    Combines cooked hot meals with a corner milk bar inventory of drinks, snacks, and confectionery in one visit.

    Also functions as a milk bar.

    Dale Martin

Before you head over

Practical advice on timing, ordering, and making the most of your visit.

  • Verify Opening Times at the Window

    Check the posted window schedule rather than roadside signage, as trading schedules vary across the week.

  • Allow Time for Fresh Preparation

    Dishes are cooked to order, so factor in a brief wait during peak dinner hours when stopping for hot takeaway.

  • Pick Up Meals and Convenience Staples Together

    Pair hot dinner options like pizzas and burgers with milk bar sweets, cold drinks, or ice cream in a single visit.

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